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TME Family STEAM Night
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Thurgood Marshall Elementary
5 – 7 pm
Join us on April 18th, 2023 for a fun-filled night of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. Your family will enjoy experiments with pop rocks candy, shadow art, Mad Science, building catapults, and more! Mark your calendar for this exciting event!
Family Empowerment Workshop: Tips for Success
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Oscar Smith Middle School
6 – 7:30 pm
Join Carver Intermediate, Portlock Primary, Rena B. Wright Primary, Truitt Intermediate and Thurgood Marshall Elementary Schools as we prepare for the end of the school year.
Learn tips for building effective routines, creating meaningful study habits, and preparing for SOL Testing. In addition, gear up for summer activities. Experts from Chesapeake Public Schools, the Chesapeake Department of Parks, and Recreation and Tourism will be on hand to share information with you. Light refreshments and raffle prizes will be provided.
Please register for this event at: tinyurl.com/CPSTeamingUp23
Click here for more information.
Chesapeake Preschool Initiative (CPI)
The Chesapeake Preschool Initiative (CPI) Office is currently accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year! CPI is a FREE full-day preschool program for children who will be four years old by September 30 and live in Chesapeake. Learn more by visiting: cpschools.com.
See Something, Say Something
Our district offers several communications platforms that provide students, parents, and staff the opportunity to engage in a two-way dialogue.

Send the school district your questions, concerns, suggestions, and or compliments through Let’s Talk.
For emergencies, please call 911
School Nutrition News
We encourage all families to take advantage of the nutritious meal options available to students at school. Visit our district website for access to menus, meal prices, and other important school nutrition information. You can also see our latest School Nutrition News e-fliers online.
ParentVUE Help Guide
If you would like assistance with accessing your ParentVUE account, please click here for detailed directions and videos.
Should you need further assistance, please call the school at 757-494-7515.
2022-2023 TME Teacher of the Year!
Michelle Williams earned a degree in Elementary Education from Bridgewater State University. In 1991, she started teaching in Massachusetts. Over the years, Mrs. Williams has taught various grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th grade. In 2004, she began teaching at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School. Mrs. Williams loves her TME community and has a passion for helping all children reach their potential. She loves to challenge students to be curious and take chances when learning. It is important to her to create a positive, fun learning environment where all students can learn. Mrs. Williams is honored to represent the amazing faculty and staff at Thurgood Marshall Elementary as the 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year!